Students News Archive
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UM vaccination clinic – Book your appointment now
October 1, 2021 —
UHS has an allotment of Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 doses available
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Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Nursing students hold moving Orange Shirt Day virtual event
September 29, 2021 —
Over 80 students, faculty, staff and guests attended an emotional 80-minute virtual ceremony held by the Nursing Students’ Association (NSA) and College of Nursing, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences to mark Every Child Matters – Orange Shirt Day on Sept. 29
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Sustainability
Get ready, get set for Sustainability Month at UM
September 28, 2021 —
Celebrate a sustainable future by participating in a variety of virtual green events and activities throughout the month of October
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Students
Message from Laurie M. Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students) – Sept. 23
September 24, 2021 —
With the rush of the first days of Fall Term behind us, I wanted to take this opportunity to check in and remind you of the resources and supports available to you at the University of Manitoba.
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Science students contribute to Million Tree Challenge on National Tree Day
September 24, 2021 —
The Faculty of Science partnered with Science Rendezvous, UNESCO, Trees Winnipeg, the Province of Manitoba Forestry and Peatlands Branch, Ariel Gordon, author of Tree Talk, and Tree Canada to help the community take action
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Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
YuJa Video now available for students
September 24, 2021 —
YuJa Video allows students to securely create, manage, discover, collaborate and view live stream video content
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UMRA bursary provides relief, opportunity
September 21, 2021 —
The University of Manitoba Retirees Association bursary is awarded to a deserving UM student pursuing an academic program who is facing financial challenges
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Alumni
Advice on starting Fall Term from alumni who’ve been there
September 20, 2021 —
During Homecoming, UM grads share words of wisdom and welcome for students starting Fall Term
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Sustainability
UM ReShop moving online
September 20, 2021 —
Through the ReShop Online, UM can continue to reduce its waste and serve our community in a sustainable way
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Libraries
What UM is doing to support open educational resource uptake
September 15, 2021 —
Lowered costs, improved access for students are just a few of the benefits